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The best karate dojos in Alabama

Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 1,436 reviews of Alabama dojos. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real karate dojos only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.

Wolfpack Karate & MMA, karate dojo in Dothan, AL

#1 Wolfpack Karate & MMA

4.6 ★★★★★ 87 reviews · Dothan, AL

Kids & teens Weapons / kobudo Competition team friendly, respectful dojostrong technique, kata & fundamentalsstrong kids program

“Our son has been going here a month now. We can already see the changes slowly happening. He's listening better and having better eye contact. The coaches are great and he will rea…” — Colbys

Birmingham Martial Arts - Vestavia Hills / Liberty Park, karate dojo in Vestavia Hills, AL

#2 Birmingham Martial Arts - Vestavia Hills / Liberty Park

5 ★★★★★ 49 reviews · Vestavia Hills, AL

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team friendly, respectful dojostrong kids programclean, welcoming dojo

“My now 15-year-old daughter had been with BMA since she was 7. They have taught her how to focus, how to be strong in mind and determined. She is a go-getter and because of her tim…” — Cassandra

JMK Martial Arts, karate dojo in Hartselle, AL

#3 JMK Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 48 reviews · Hartselle, AL

Alexander's Martial Arts, karate dojo in Madison, AL

#4 Alexander's Martial Arts

4.3 ★★★★☆ 78 reviews · Madison, AL

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens welcoming to beginnersfriendly, respectful dojostrong technique, kata & fundamentals

“The training provided by Alexander's martial Arts has been exemplary. Our entire family has been training here for over 8 years and have no plans to quit. The focus, discipline, se…” — Julie

Wheeles Yoshukai Karate Academy, karate dojo in Gulf Shores, AL

#5 Wheeles Yoshukai Karate Academy

5 ★★★★★ 36 reviews · Gulf Shores, AL

Webster's Karate, karate dojo in Decatur, AL

#6 Webster's Karate

4.8 ★★★★★ 41 reviews · Decatur, AL

Kids & teens Competition team expert instruction from a great senseifriendly, respectful dojostrong kids program

“We love Webster Martial Arts Academy! The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and great at teaching all ages. They have something very special there. Especially for kids - the…” — Eri

MadCity Kenpo Self-Defense L.L.C., karate dojo in Madison, AL

#7 MadCity Kenpo Self-Defense L.L.C.

5 ★★★★★ 30 reviews · Madison, AL

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Weapons / kobudo Affiliated expert instruction from a great senseiwelcoming to beginnersfriendly, respectful dojo

“MadCity is fantastic!!!! Myself, my wife, and one of our sons all go here. Isaac and Gracie are both incredible instructors and the instruction is customized to you so that you are…” — Clint

Albertville Karate Academy, karate dojo in Albertville, AL

#8 Albertville Karate Academy

5 ★★★★★ 28 reviews · Albertville, AL

River City Karate, karate dojo in Decatur, AL

#9 River City Karate

4.7 ★★★★★ 32 reviews · Decatur, AL

Kids & teens great workout & fitnessstrong kids programbuilds confidence, discipline & respect

“I earned my black belt almost 3 years ago from River City Karate and still attend. One of the best decisions I've ever made. Great workouts and fun environment, especially for kids…” — Ann

Oyama Karate, karate dojo in Homewood, AL

#10 Oyama Karate

5 ★★★★★ 24 reviews · Homewood, AL

Free trial Kids & teens Competition team expert instruction from a great senseiactive competition / tournament teamtraditional style & affiliation

“Best Dojo in Alabama! Sensei Karl is an awesome teacher. Shihan Oyama is a legend in the martial arts community. If you want to learn Karate this is the place!” — Bill

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